Senior Technical Advisor, Data.FI

Senior Technical Advisor, Data.FI

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 50 countries and have a workforce of more than 2,000 talented and motivated staff around the world.

Palladium is part of GISI's global family of companies, which aims to create solutions for the world's most complex challenges. With annual revenues of $14 billion, GISI's approximately 15,000 employees are engaged in projects across 100 countries worldwide providing construction, program/project management, and engineering consulting services.

This Opportunity:

Palladium is currently seeking a US based Senior Technical Advisor (STA) to support implementation of the Translating Data for Implementation (Data.FI) award in Ethiopia. Data.FI is a global project funded by the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the State Department.

Data.FI partners with PEPFAR programs to accelerate and sustain access to high-quality data to expedite HIV epidemic control and maintenance. Data.FI supports host country governments to enhance existing health information systems (HIS) and conduct in-depth analysis of epidemiologic and program data to inform management responses to gaps in programming and sustain impact by supporting local partner transition.

This STA advises and collaborates with project teams to plan, develop, and implement high-quality data systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. The role supports company growth by managing projects effectively and fostering positive client relationships, while actively contributing to the continuous improvement of program quality and operational efficiency through global initiatives and knowledge sharing. The consultant will build strategic partnerships and represent the organization at international forums, technical working groups, and with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings expertise in health information exchange architecture, integration of multi-source data systems, and experience supporting donor-funded projects.

This is a project role with duration until March 31, 2026, with possibility of extension.

Location and Compensation:

The position is based in Palladium's Arlington, VA office within our Americas region.

Palladium supports a hybrid working model with 3 days in office, 2 days from home.

For our prospective employees in the United States, please note that the full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected to range from $120,000 to $135,000 and successful candidates may also be eligible for additional, variable incentive compensation dependent on the role. For part-time employees, the salary will be prorated based on the actual number of hours worked.

Please be advised that a final salary offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to your qualifications, education, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and Palladium's business or organizational needs.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the compensation for this position, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value your interest in our company and appreciate the opportunity to discuss this opportunity with you.

Reporting Lines:

The Senior Technical Advisor will report directly to the Technical Director, Data.FI

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with project teams to advise, plan, develop, coordinate, and implement the programmatic workplan related data systems; ensure quality implementation of activities.
  
• Work with the Directors of Information Systems, to ensure guidance on best practice and industry standards are communicated to project teams; guide staff on technical implementation ensuring adherence to standards, industry best practices and key strategic guidance.
  
• Contribute to company growth by supporting well-managed projects, ensuring Palladium is seen positively by clients for consideration in future business development.
  
• Actively support the constant improvement of program quality and management efficiency through contributions to country, regional and global initiatives, such as SOP/tool/template development/refinement.
  
• Develop and implement efficient ways to better share program information and best practices among Data.FI activities globally such as through routine meetings, conference abstracts, blogs, and publications.
  
• Formulate partnerships and collaborations with relevant organizations and networks for strategic growth, including representing Palladium to governments, donors, partners, and other stakeholders, through thought leadership at international meetings, ministry-level events, technical working groups, one-on-one meetings, and communities of practice; manage existing relationships.
  
• Complete other duties as assigned
  

Essential Criteria:

• Master's in Data Science, Information Systems, IT or similar degree and 10 years of relevant work experience
  
• Fluency in English; knowledge of French will be an asset.
  
• Previous experience managing projects or activities that required high quality organizational, financial, or managerial skills
  
• Comprehensive understanding of how information systems fit within Health Information Exchange architecture and can leverage data from open-source global good digital health software products such as DHIS2, OpenLMIS, iHRIS, OpenIMIS, OpenMRS, CommCare
  
• Experience developing information systems that integrate data from multiple data sources, along with the effective engagement of government ministries (or other relevant clients) responsible for the different data sources
  
• Experience supporting work implementing USG or other donor funded projects

Core Abilities Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  
• Ability to train and coach staff
  
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  
• Works with respect and dignity for all colleagues and contributes to a cooperative team working environment
  
• Ability to work with a low level of supervision and as a part of a team when required
  
• Ability to travel and work in developing countries for extended periods of time if needed

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early as the position may close once a suitable candidate is found.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran.

Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual, or for any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.